Patent Agent

About This Role

Manage the full lifecycle of patent applications, including drafting specifications, managing filings, and coordinating with the USPTO for international clients. Provide essential administrative and strategic support to senior management.

Responsibilities

• Draft and meticulously review patent specifications and related documentation for submission to the USPTO
• Manage the full lifecycle of patent applications, including electronic filing
• Respond to Office Actions (prosecution) and handle registration formalities
• Manage maintenance fee/annuity payments for patents
• Coordinate and handle examiner interviews and official communications from the USPTO
• Work closely with clients to identify legal or technical issues and develop effective solutions for patent protection
• Provide a wide range of administrative assistance and diverse support tasks as directed by senior management or supervising attorneys

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience as a Patent Agent or in a similar patent prosecution role
• Proven experience in managing US patent prosecution for international clients (entities based outside of the United States)
• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited four-year university
• Native-level fluency (written and verbal) in English
• Registered to practice before the USPTO

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited four-year university
• Minimum of 5+ years of hands-on experience as a Patent Agent or in a similar patent prosecution role, with proven experience in managing US patent prosecution for international clients (preferably Japanese companies).

Nice to Have

• Proficiency in Japanese

Benefits